Award in Tree Climbing and Rescue
This standard covers the accessing of trees through climbing (both ladders and using climbing equipment) and by Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) to carry out rescues in a variety of contexts (pruning operation, cutting, dismantle or rigging). The aerial rescues include recovery of both conscious and unconscious casualties. The minimum age for learners is 16 Ofqual Accreditation No: 600/6620/9
Skills / Knowledge
- Aerial Rescue
- Climbing Trees
Earning Criteria
Required
Unit 203 (Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue) - They are able to:
Climb trees
Carry out aerial rescue